Delay of decade in proceeding makes entire proceeding vitiated

Namdev Exports Vs Commissioner of Customs (Port) (CESTAT Kolkata)

Held that if proceedings do not culminate within a reasonable period of time then they stand vitiated. The delay of over a decade truly violates the Appellant’s right to natural justice and vitiates the entire proceeding.

Facts-

The instant appeal challenges the OIO dated 29th June, 2018, whereby the respondent has confirmed the demand of Customs Duty of Rs.52,98,495/- w

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